Churat - Devsar, Kulgam
Churat is a village situated in the Devsar tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Kulgam and around 16 km from Kulgam. Churat village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churat is 004020. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.7 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Churat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churat
According to the 2011 Census, Churat village had a total population of 2,987 people, including 1,510 males and 1,477 females, living in 499 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.99%, with male literacy at 73.49% and female literacy at 50.59%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,987 | 1,510 | 1,477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 622 | 333 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,466 | 865 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,521 | 645 | 876 |
Nearby Villages of Churat
Churat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Churat
Churat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Churat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kulgam to Churat is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Churat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Churat
Where is Churat located?
Churat village is located in Devsar Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Churat?
Churat is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Churat?
The pincode of Churat is 192231.
What is the population of Churat?
Churat had a total population of 2,987, including 1,510 males and 1,477 females.
How many households are there in Churat?
Churat had 499 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churat was 61.99%. Male literacy was 73.49% and female literacy was 50.59%.